ONTARIO – Ontario Sons of the American Legion Squadron 112 will celebrate its third anniversary with a Mardi Gras on Friday from 5-10 p.m., at Ontario American Legion Post 112, 310 W. Emporia St.

The festivities start with Post 112 Volunteer awards at 5:30, followed by dinner from 6-8 p.m. Teddy Lee Hooker and his band will entertain beginning at 6 p.m., with live jazz, blues, and R & B. There will be dancing, as well as prizes.

The menu will feature jambalaya, choice of blackened catfish or chicken, served with traditional Mardi Gras “King Cake,” for a donation of $10. A side of crawfish will be available for a $3 donation, and Bananas Foster Flamb? will also be available for a $3 donation.

“We welcome the community to stop by the Post for this special event,” said Squadron 112 2nd Vice Commander Dan Callahan.

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